SB 396 requires that children in the custody of Louisiana's Office of Juvenile Justice attend required court review hearings via secure video conference instead of being physically transported. This applies to all children judicially committed to the office's custody, regardless of their physical location (e.g., state facilities or contracted private facilities). The bill mandates the first hearing within six months of commitment, with follow-up hearings every six months thereafter, unless waived by the child's counsel and the court. This change aims to reduce transportation burdens while maintaining the legal requirement for regular judicial reviews.
HB 665 prohibits the use of hoop nets and seines (specific types of fishing gear) in North Pass and Manchac Pass, from Interstate 55 to Lake Pontchartrain in Louisiana. This law directly affects commercial and recreational fishermen operating in those waterways. The key provision bans these gear types within the defined geographic boundaries specified in the bill. The legislation aims to manage fishing practices in these specific coastal areas, though it does not specify the underlying reasons for the prohibition.
HB 9 designates Shreveport as Louisiana's "Stuffed Shrimp Capital" through a ceremonial state symbol designation under R.S. 49:170.26. This procedural bill has no regulatory, financial, or operational impact - it simply adds a symbolic title to Louisiana's official state symbols without altering laws or affecting residents, businesses, or government programs. The bill’s sole provision is the formal recognition of Shreveport’s association with stuffed shrimp, a cultural reference without policy consequences. As a commemorative measure, it does not require implementation mechanisms or budget allocations.
HB 47 updates Louisiana's Assessors' Retirement Fund by changing how cost-of-living adjustments (COLAs) are calculated and approved for retirees. It allows the board of trustees to grant COLAs up to 3% of a retiree's original benefit (capped at $300 annually) or a minimum $20 monthly payment for those 65+, based on the fund's financial health (requiring a 100% funded ratio or specific lower thresholds). The bill also modifies employer contributions, requiring assessors and the retirement fund board to pay 3.5% of eligible salaries toward the fund. These changes directly affect retired assessors, their beneficiaries, and current assessors who fund the retirement system.
HB 62 amends Louisiana law to increase the membership of the Louisiana Women's Policy and Research Commission from 25 to 26 members. It adds a new requirement for the commission to include thirteen Louisiana women with significant academic or professional expertise in specified policy areas, appointed by the governor with Senate confirmation. The bill makes a structural change to the commission's composition but does not alter the commission's duties or create new policy obligations. This is a procedural adjustment to membership rules, not a substantive policy change.
This bill is a formal resolution that condemns the political violence that occurred on January 6, 2021, when armed individuals stormed the U.S. Capitol during a joint session of Congress. It directly addresses the events of that day by officially stating the House's stance against such actions. The text does not create new laws or penalties but serves as a symbolic statement of condemnation.
This legislative resolution asks the Louisiana State Board of Elementary and Secondary Education to update school content standards to include artificial intelligence. The bill aims to ensure students learn about AI in a way that is safe, private, and ethical while preparing them for future work and civic life. By incorporating AI into academic instruction, the measure seeks to help Louisiana remain competitive in technology and other fields. The request is directed at the state education board, which is responsible for setting curriculum standards for public schools.
This bill is a non-binding resolution from the Louisiana House of Representatives that formally commends Pope Leo XIV for his leadership of the Catholic Church. It expresses the state's appreciation for the Pope's dedication to peace, justice, and human dignity while acknowledging Louisiana's own Catholic heritage. The measure serves as a symbolic gesture of friendship and spiritual solidarity between the people of Louisiana and the Holy See, without creating any legal obligations or policy changes.
This bill designates Wednesday, May 20, 2026, as Tangipahoa Parish Fair Day at the Louisiana State Capitol to honor the event's 138-year history. The resolution recognizes the fair's role in celebrating local agriculture, preserving community traditions, and supporting student involvement in Tangipahoa Parish. It specifically commends the fair for its economic and cultural significance to the city of Amite and acknowledges its status as the oldest such event in Louisiana.
This resolution directs several state agencies and research institutions to conduct a study on how parental discipline, abuse allegations, and the avoidance of discipline relate to juvenile delinquency in Louisiana since 2015. The study will specifically examine data on arrests of parents for cruelty to juveniles, cases where parental discipline stopped due to a child's threat to report abuse, and whether such threats hindered early behavioral interventions for delinquent youth. The findings are required to be submitted to the Louisiana House of Representatives by May 2027 to help inform future policy discussions.
This resolution asks the Louisiana Department of Justice to review the state's current laws and rules regarding electronic monitoring devices, such as GPS ankle bracelets. The goal is to gather feedback from various groups, including law enforcement, probation officials, and industry representatives, to find gaps or inconsistencies in how these devices are regulated. During the review, the department will also compare Louisiana's approach with other states to suggest improvements for better oversight and clearer reporting standards. The department must submit a written report with its findings and recommendations to the House Committee on the Administration of Criminal Justice before the 2027 legislative session begins.
This bill continues the Senior Task Force on Fraud Prevention to investigate scams targeting elderly residents of Louisiana. It expands the task force's membership to include representatives from federal prosecutors, the banking industry, and the Office of Elderly Affairs. The group must meet starting in August 2026 and submit a final report of findings and recommendations by February 2027.
